The Ivory Coast national team is set to face Norway in the 2026 World Cup. The team's lineup has been confirmed, with Yan Diomandé as a starter.

What is the context of the match?

The 2026 World Cup has begun with its new knockout stage matches, and the Ivory Coast team is determined to make history. They managed to navigate a tough group and confirmed their spot in the tournament.

Who are the key players on the team?

The team is composed of a mix of young talents and experienced veterans. Nicolas Pépé and Franck Kessié are two of the most important players on the team.

What is the team's lineup?

The team's lineup is as follows: | Position | Player | | --- | --- | | Goalkeeper | Yahia Fofana | | Defenders | Guéla Doué, Odilon Kossounou, Emmanuel Agbadou, Ghislain Konan | | Midfielders | Ibrahim Sangaré, Nicolas Pépé, Franck Kessié, Christ Inao Oulaï, Yan Diomandé | | Forward | Ange-Yoan Bonny |

The Ivory Coast team has a recent record of 2W-0D-3L (LWLLW, most recent first). Their last result was a 2-1 loss to Germany on June 20, 2026.